lightweight

[ˈlaɪtweɪt]

lightweight Definition

• 1. weighing very little; not heavy
• 2. having little importance or influence

Using lightweight: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lightweight" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  This jacket is made of lightweight material.

• Example

  She is a lightweight boxer.

• Example

  The new software is designed to be lightweight and fast.

lightweight Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lightweight

• featherweight
• unimportant
• insignificant

Antonyms for lightweight

• heavyweight
• significant

Phrases with lightweight

• take something lightly

  to not consider something as serious or important as it really is

  Example

  You shouldn't take your health lightly.

• a lightweight in something

  a person who lacks experience or knowledge in a particular area

  Example

  He's a lightweight when it comes to politics.

• throw one's weight around

  to use one's power or influence to intimidate others

  Example

  The boss likes to throw his weight around the office.

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Summary: lightweight in Brief

The term 'lightweight' [ˈlaɪtweɪt] refers to something that weighs very little or has little importance. It can describe physical objects like a jacket or a person, such as a lightweight boxer. The phrase 'take something lightly' means to not consider something as serious as it really is. 'Throw one's weight around' means to use one's power or influence to intimidate others.